Boxer. Born in Leeds. She fought (and won) her first bout at the age of thirteen. She won several medals in her career, before becoming the first woman boxer to win a medal in the 2012 Olympic Games - the first Olympics to include women's boxing.
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Nicola Adams
Pugilist. Born Thame, Oxfordshire, regarded as the first heavyweight champion in the history of the sport. Died London.
Also known as the Ladbrokes Challenge Cup. Amateur, semi-professional and professional clubs compete for it.
Founder-President of the Imperial College Boat Club in 1919 and for over 50 years, coach and inspiration.
Person, Community / Clubs, Politics & Administration, Sport / Games
Athletics club. Located at Croydon Sports Arena. Their website has a history page.
Track and field athelete. Â Born Somalia. Â Moved to Britain aged 8 to join his father in Hounslow. Â
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